After embracing one another, we engaged in a discussion regarding the organization, the areas affected by the damage, and the individuals who sustained injuries. Additionally, the identity of the founder of Enigma remains unknown to us. Furthermore, I cautioned my father against appearing as he has become a target for everyone present.
Now, I am departing from Arcadia to remove them from this location.
"Sena I'll be back," I said as we embraced each other outside the castle gate.
"Rin, please do take care."
"I assure you, I will, I replied, holding her hand as my foot stepped back a little.
"Don't worry too much, I'll stay here."
"Yes," we smiled at each other.
"...Rin, there is something on my mind."
What? .....I had not anticipated her concern.
"What is it?"
"....About Arts, that you created. ...we know that the god is the beginning and the end, yes? He made everything, every part of the world and the people through arts with crafts, but among his people, you are the only one who has something similar to what he does. The [Art] you wield appears perilous, and I worry that you may be targeted."
...I see.
"I'll be fine, there is no need for excessive worry," I reassured her, pulling her close once more, "Sena, I apologize, I did not wish for you to bear the weight of every concern."
"Rin, it is natural to be concerned... Regarding the area, I regret my inability to assist," she confessed, keeping me in her embrace.
"What are you saying? You have been assisting and providing healing to everyone, please refrain from overthinking the situation," I expressed, and I pressed my lips gently against her forehead, "Rin, I'm glad."
"...Sena, I'll see you later.
"Yes."
We distanced ourselves, and she proceeded to enter the castle.
I found myself observing her departing figure and she glanced back to wave at me, wearing a smile on her face.
...She looks so exquisite.
She has already made her way indoors. As I was preparing to depart, four individuals adorned in robes abruptly teleported in front of me.
"Master," the demon addressed me, beside them.
There are a total of four of them, and they serve as my subordinates.
I have yet to determine the name of our organization.
They awaited my command, and I discovered that they, too, aided in assisting and escorting the injured races to Arcadia. I also noticed that their subordinates were increasing in number, "Halt their progress and remove them from the vicinity," I ordered, prompting them to promptly vanish.
「Gate」
/Creak
In front of me, an obsidian entity materialized in the air, forming a double gate.
Initially, I contemplated the location that the gate should lead to; Ueno Castle came to mind.
The gate is considered a lost magic.
The powers of god are lined up, like Hera Goddess of teleportation, and so on.
When I approach the gate, I am met with the captivating sight of a crumbling castle against the backdrop of a crimson sky. The various races engaged in battle showcase their extraordinary abilities, their aura pulsating with each strike.
「Levitation」
I decided to find the founder and help.
As I looked around, I was intrigued by the presence of a fallen figure nearby.
A minor, it seems. I wonder what brings her to this chaotic scene?
What race does she belong to?
...Blood?!
While thinking, I perceived her body, there was blood splashing.
「Acceleration」
As I looked at her, my mana seemed to be focused and locked.
I caught her, and there was blood coming out of her face's parts like ears, eyes, nose, and mouth.
To my horror, blood is gushing from her face as she lies in my arms.
「Utter Restorative」
....What? I called, in an attempt to heal her injuries but the bleeding persists.
"W-Why did my healing magic fail? ...why I was unable to save her?"
I feel her pulse weaken beneath my touch, leaving me confused and desperate.
"No-no-no, no, no."
I unable to comprehend the tragic outcome before me.
"...No way."
I recalled a lesson from the academy that emphasized the fragility of mortals and the impermanence of everything.
"... .Is she truly a mortal?"
What is this unfamiliar sensation I am experiencing?
It feels as if darkness is devouring me from within.
S-S-She's going to die.
I implore you god of death not to claim her soul.
I will not allow such an outcome.
...I-I-I must remain c-c-calm.
...I will utilize my Arts Vocation to create a solution.
「this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality: eternal life」
With the enchantment embedded within my Arts Vocation, I hastened to utter an incantation.
Suddenly, a substance resembling air emanated from my body, originating from the flow of my aura, and promptly illuminated our surroundings.
We found ourselves enveloped in a radiant white light, momentarily paused in our tracks, as the illumination gradually dimmed.
It appears that her pulse is no longer weakening.
"...I am relieved," I uttered as I embraced her, cradling her head upon my shoulder as I carried her onward.
– – This is the first, if someone like her has to go through that I'd rather do everything I can.
After embracing one another, we engaged in a discussion regarding the organization, the areas affected by the damage, and the individuals who sustained injuries. Additionally, the identity of the founder of Enigma remains unknown to us. Furthermore, I cautioned my father against appearing as he has become a target for everyone present.
Now, I am departing from Arcadia to remove them from this location.
"Sena I'll be back," I said as we embraced each other outside the castle gate.
"Rin, please do take care."
"I assure you, I will, I replied, holding her hand as my foot stepped back a little.
"Don't worry too much, I'll stay here."
"Yes," we smiled at each other.
"...Rin, there is something on my mind."
What? .....I had not anticipated her concern.
"What is it?"
"....About Arts, that you created. ...we know that the god is the beginning and the end, yes? He made everything, every part of the world and the people through arts with crafts, but among his people, you are the only one who has something similar to what he does. The [Art] you wield appears perilous, and I worry that you may be targeted."
...I see.
"I'll be fine, there is no need for excessive worry," I reassured her, pulling her close once more, "Sena, I apologize, I did not wish for you to bear the weight of every concern."
"Rin, it is natural to be concerned... Regarding the area, I regret my inability to assist," she confessed, keeping me in her embrace.
"What are you saying? You have been assisting and providing healing to everyone, please refrain from overthinking the situation," I expressed, and I pressed my lips gently against her forehead, "Rin, I'm glad."
"...Sena, I'll see you later.
"Yes."
We distanced ourselves, and she proceeded to enter the castle.
I found myself observing her departing figure and she glanced back to wave at me, wearing a smile on her face.
...She looks so exquisite.
She has already made her way indoors. As I was preparing to depart, four individuals adorned in robes abruptly teleported in front of me.
"Master," the demon addressed me, beside them.
There are a total of four of them, and they serve as my subordinates.
I have yet to determine the name of our organization.
They awaited my command, and I discovered that they, too, aided in assisting and escorting the injured races to Arcadia. I also noticed that their subordinates were increasing in number, "Halt their progress and remove them from the vicinity," I ordered, prompting them to promptly vanish.
「Gate」
/Creak
In front of me, an obsidian entity materialized in the air, forming a double gate.
Initially, I contemplated the location that the gate should lead to; Ueno Castle came to mind.
The gate is considered a lost magic.
The powers of god are lined up, like Hera Goddess of teleportation, and so on.
When I approach the gate, I am met with the captivating sight of a crumbling castle against the backdrop of a crimson sky. The various races engaged in battle showcase their extraordinary abilities, their aura pulsating with each strike.
「Levitation」
I decided to find the founder and help.
As I looked around, I was intrigued by the presence of a fallen figure nearby.
A minor, it seems. I wonder what brings her to this chaotic scene?
What race does she belong to?
...Blood?!
While thinking, I perceived her body, there was blood splashing.
「Acceleration」
As I looked at her, my mana seemed to be focused and locked.
I caught her, and there was blood coming out of her face's parts like ears, eyes, nose, and mouth.
To my horror, blood is gushing from her face as she lies in my arms.
「Utter Restorative」
....What? I called, in an attempt to heal her injuries but the bleeding persists.
"W-Why did my healing magic fail? ...why I was unable to save her?"
I feel her pulse weaken beneath my touch, leaving me confused and desperate.
"No-no-no, no, no."
I unable to comprehend the tragic outcome before me.
"...No way."
I recalled a lesson from the academy that emphasized the fragility of mortals and the impermanence of everything.
"... .Is she truly a mortal?"
What is this unfamiliar sensation I am experiencing?
It feels as if darkness is devouring me from within.
S-S-She's going to die.
I implore you god of death not to claim her soul.
I will not allow such an outcome.
...I-I-I must remain c-c-calm.
...I will utilize my Arts Vocation to create a solution.
「this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality: eternal life」
With the enchantment embedded within my Arts Vocation, I hastened to utter an incantation.
Suddenly, a substance resembling air emanated from my body, originating from the flow of my aura, and promptly illuminated our surroundings.
We found ourselves enveloped in a radiant white light, momentarily paused in our tracks, as the illumination gradually dimmed.
It appears that her pulse is no longer weakening.
"...I am relieved," I uttered as I embraced her, cradling her head upon my shoulder as I carried her onward.
– – This is the first, if someone like her has to go through that I'd rather do everything I can.
